Alibaba Cloud

Bastion host

Alibaba Cloud Bastion host serves as a system O&M and operation audit platform. It allows DevOps teams to securely manage server access while maintaining detailed logs of administrative activities. This tool helps organizations enforce security policies and track user actions within their infrastructure, ensuring compliance and visibility into operational changes without exposing internal systems directly to the internet.

Choose this service when you need a centralized audit trail for system operations. Be aware that there is no free tier available, so you will incur costs immediately. The pricing model is pay-as-you-go, meaning you pay only for the resources you consume during your usage period. This structure suits variable workloads but requires careful monitoring to avoid unexpected bills.